Business Showcase Week: Less Than a Month Away!

Have you heard of Business Showcase Week? From November 18 – 23, Innovation Connector’s Business Showcase Week will be in full swing, offering 19 FREE events for entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders as a part of Global Entrepreneurship Week. Whether you’re just learning about it or have already saved the date, this is an event you won’t want to miss. The week is packed with opportunities for growth, connection, and collaboration, catering to businesses of all sizes—from fresh startups to well-established companies looking to expand.

Now, with just weeks to go, preparations are in full swing for a fantastic lineup of events. In October, the Innovation Connector team hit the stage at Muncie on the Move to drum up excitement for Business Showcase Week. Executive Director and CEO Ted Baker, alongside Kirsten Smith, performed an entertaining skit, the “Business Showcase Week Parade.” This lively performance featured signs as “parade floats,” offering attendees a sneak peek at the 19 events lined up for the week.

The Innovation Connector lobby is also decked out with banners promoting the week as anticipation builds. The event series will include everything from networking strategies and AI for business leaders to hands-on workshops about launching new ventures and mastering content marketing. There’s something for everyone including middle school and high school students and they are all free of charge! The insights and connections you gain could be transformative for your business.

Want to stay updated? Tune in to 104.1 WLBC, where Ted is on the radio at different times providing a glimpse of what you can expect during the week. Don’t forget to follow Innovation Connector on social media for event details, speaker information, and any last-minute updates as we get closer to the big week.

A massive thank you goes out to our title sponsor—First Merchants Bank— and the other incredible organizations that have partnered with us to make Business Showcase Week possible. Their generous support allows us to offer these 19 events free of charge, ensuring the entire community can access these valuable resources and opportunities.

Whether you’re a business owner eager to fine-tune your skills, a startup looking to make connections, or just curious about the local business scene, Business Showcase Week has something to offer. With less than a month to go, now is the time to get excited, spread the word, and get signed up! Join us for Business Showcase Week from November 18 – 23. We can’t wait to see you there! Register today at showcaseweek.com.

Innovation Connector Highlights Business Showcase Week at Muncie on the Move

On October 2nd, 2024, Innovation Connector took center stage at Muncie on the Move, a key networking event for the Greater Muncie community hosted by the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce. The one-hour breakfast program provided an excellent opportunity for businesses and organizations to connect and learn about upcoming initiatives.

As a nonprofit sponsor, Innovation Connector announced that registration is now open for Business Showcase Week 2024, taking place from November 18-23. This exciting week will feature 19 FREE events designed to empower entrepreneurs and business owners. From networking strategies to content marketing, AI for business leaders, and interactive workshops on launching new ventures, Business Showcase Week has something for everyone. Registration is required, so be sure to sign up now at showcaseweek.com!

Innovation Connector’s Executive Director and CEO, Ted Baker, along with Kirsten Smith, captivated the audience with an entertaining skit called the “Business Showcase Week Parade.” During this lively presentation, participants held signs that acted as “floats” for the parade showcasing the week’s lineup, offering a sneak peek at some of the 19 free events. These include workshops like “Why Networking Should Never Grow Old,” focused on successful networking strategies, and “Content Distribution: What to Consider and How to Maximize Your Investment,” led by local marketing agency Intersection. Other highlights include an interactive workshop on starting your own business and an AI-focused session, “Prompt Engineering for Executives and Business Leaders.”

The excitement kicks off at 8 a.m. on Monday, November 18, with a Kickoff Celebration featuring coffee, donuts, special welcomes, and the presentation of awards to local entrepreneurs. Whether you’re a startup or an established business, the week will offer valuable opportunities to grow, connect, and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

Innovation Connector extends a heartfelt thank you to Title Sponsor First Merchants Bank and all other sponsors for making Business Showcase Week 2024 possible. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—register today at showcaseweek.com to secure your spot for this transformative week of education, celebration, and collaboration!